CELPIP Speaking Task 3: Describing a Scene

CELPIP Speaking Task 3 Sample Answer: A Snowy Mountain Cabin

Describe some things that are happening in the picture below as well as you can. The person with whom you are speaking cannot see the picture.

Preparation

30 seconds

Speaking

60 seconds

Picture

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The question

CELPIP Speaking Task 3 practice picture: A Snowy Mountain Cabin

Describe some things that are happening in the picture below as well as you can. The person with whom you are speaking cannot see the picture.

Excellent answer (transcript): around CLB 11–12

This idyllic mountain cabin scene evokes a sense of warmth and serenity amidst a winter wonderland. The cabin, nestled among snow-covered trees, emits a cozy glow from its windows, and a thin plume of smoke rises from the chimney, signaling a fire burning inside. The snow, untouched by footprints, blankets the roof and ground, creating a peaceful, almost magical atmosphere. This setting offers a perfect escape into nature’s beauty during the winter season.

73 words

Good answer (transcript): around CLB 7–8

This tranquil winter scene shows a charming mountain cabin surrounded by snow-covered trees. The cabin’s roof is blanketed with snow, and smoke gently rises from the chimney, indicating a warm fire inside. The soft glow of lights from the windows adds to the cozy atmosphere, contrasting beautifully with the cold, snowy landscape. The peaceful surroundings make this a perfect winter retreat.

61 words

Basic answer (transcript): around CLB 4–5

This picture shows a cabin in the snow. The roof and ground are covered in snow, and there is smoke coming from the chimney. The cabin has lights in the windows, making it look warm. The trees around the cabin are also covered in snow. It looks like a peaceful winter scene.

52 words

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